The Thinker
Dogon · Mali
Reference: BRN-50
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- Height
- 11 cm
- Material
- Bronze
This attitude of meditation, with the knees flexed, the head resting on one hand and the elbow on one knee, gives a clear idea of the…
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This attitude of meditation, with the knees flexed, the head resting on one hand and the elbow on one knee, gives a clear idea of the attitude of the thinker. It is an eloquent image of meditation and imploration.
It was common throughout the Niger Delta region, using this type of small bronze figures and the custom of placing them as an offering in niches practiced on the walls of houses, a custom that was maintained for quite some time, as evidenced by the numerous vestiges that are appearing.
Further technical information
- Attributed period
- Mid-century XX or earlier.
Details transcribed from the original catalogue; they are not a recent physical inspection.
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Mali. The country associated with the catalog is shown, not the current location of the piece.
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